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Use the example to help you.  \nArgument: Dogs are friendly animals.  \nCounterarguments are opposing arguments that someone would make if they disagreed with you. When you write an opinion essay, it’s important to include a counterargument and explain why it is not correct. This makes your argument stronger!  \n\n| Counterargument | Evidence | Discredit their argument |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Some people say  \u003Cbr>dogs are unfriendly animals. | They say this because  \u003Cbr>they hear dogs barking. | However, this isn’t true because...\u003Cbr>dogs bark as a way to communicate. |\n\nArgument: Homework should be abolished.  \n\n| Counterargument | Evidence | Discredit their argument |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Some people say  \u003Cbr>. | They say this because   | However, this isn’t true because... |\n\nArgument: Tomatoes should not be considered a fruit.  \n\n| Counterargument | Evidence | Discredit their argument |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Some people say  \u003Cbr>. | They say this because   | However, this isn’t true because... |\n\nArgument: Video games are harmful to children.  \n\n| Counterargument | Evidence | Discredit their argument |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Some people say  \u003Cbr>. | They say this because   | However, this isn’t true because... |\n\nWrite your own argument:    \n\n| Counterargument | Evidence | Discredit their argument |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Some people say  \u003Cbr>. | They say this because   | However, this isn’t true because... |","cbCaihqY55witBdZ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihqY55witBdZ","pdf",80966,"English","# Understanding Counterarguments\n## Practice Exercises\n## Creating Your Own Argument","[{\"question\":\"What is a counterargument in an opinion essay?\",\"answer\":\"A counterargument is an opposing view that someone who disagrees with your position might hold. 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